Growing up I always had this urge to sing & perform. I would have this amazing feeling while I was singing, that I wished I didn't have to stop. I truly loved it. Now that I'm older, I realize that I feel closest to God when I am singing & I still never want to stop. I've also had many moments in my life where I felt I wasn't sure what to do with my musical gift that God gave me. There was even a short time where I didn't want to do it. But God led me right back & that's when I started to feel that nudge towards something. Something bigger than myself pulling me in a certain direction. In 2009 I went to Nashville to the Immerse music conference & had the amazing opportunity to hear Micheal W Smith speak. He talked about his struggles when he first came to Nashville and that after being turned down multiple times he prayed to God that if this was not where God wanted him to be to change the desire of his heart. Well, we all know how that obviously turned out for him. I prayed that prayer as well & God made the desire for music even stronger within me. Now just a few years later, I've grown so much as a Christian artist & songwriter. I released my first single "Beautiful is You" in Oct 2010, my first album "Greatest Love" May 22, 2012, and newly released my 3rd project, "Every Move", January 21, 2014 produced by Daniel Ornellas (Tree63, Brenton Brown, Worship Republic) in Nashville. I am also a member of the CMI Academy founded by Dove award winning songwriter, Phillip LaRue. I was honored with being awarded "Christian Artist of the Year" at the CMI Workshop in Nashville, July 2013, which then enabled me to co-write with Phillip LaRue. We wrote track #3 "I Am Here" on my newly released record, Every Move. God has been so good & has been blessing my hard work. But the main thing for me has been keeping myself faithful to Him & letting the holy spirit lead me. I want to be where God wants me. And I know for a fact I'm on the right path.

Summer Intern

Start Date: 2011-05-01End Date: 2011-08-01

Interned for ChurchBoy Entertainment to learn more of the music business. Tasks included learning about merchandise, setting up merchandise table, working merch table. Made phone calls & sent emails on label & artists behalf.

Education Intern

Start Date: 2015-05-01End Date: 2015-08-01

Led hands-on outdoor education programs. Researched, wrote and designed public education materials on coastal and marine topics for various audiences. Taught various school groups ages 8 to 14, and led marine science summer camps.Seining and fishing. Identified coastal flora and fauna. Performed biological assessments for Spill Spotters program, identifying and monitoring coastal natural resources and biodiversity. Coordinated and compiled citizen science data.Represented American Littoral Society at various events and acted as a public liaison. Organized and managed merchandise. Logo design work.

Kempenfeldt Masonic Lodge 673http://www.kempenfeldtlodge.ca/Have worked for 33 years in GCHQ ,before moving to Canada and into the music / Film industry as a Professional Marketing Director, Producer, Artist relations Director with the NuMuBu /NMB Live corporation and Vision Animation Studio, USA, Plan, execute and evaluate promotional and sale proposals,Manage Social Media (NMB Live, Facebook, Twitter , YouTube, etcManage and coordinate a team of brand representatives (event research and scheduling)Conduct market research (develop surveys, collect and analyze data and present results)Maintained and established relationships with local and international clients and artistsMaintained and conveyed a positive brand image to clients Nation wide and Internationally Collected and reported data on product sampling, consumer engagements, and event assessmentsI have effective partnering skills with a focus on execution; exposure to change management; strong communication skills, influence, leadership and relationship building skills, high degree of follow through; attention to detail and a drive for results;Detail oriented with the ability to multitask in a fast paced environment; strong team player with excellent organizational and time management skills; excellent customer service skills, culturally sensitive and proficient in practical problem solving;Progressive and strategic thinker; energetic, and able to adapt to new demands and challenges;Well-developed professional maturity and judgment; expertise with business technology and software; Strong writing skills with an ability to write in various styles and voices;I’m an extremely goal oriented individual giving particular attention to planning and follow up procedures coordinating special events and shows.Specialties: International marketing, Script writing and promotions at Directorate level.Writers Guild of America West- Registration# 1725453FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/NAYCO1

Artist Relations Director - Stetsbar Tremolo

Start Date: 2011-01-01

Director of Artist RelationsThe Modern Tremolo SystemStetsbar is the modern, professional, linear tremolo system that retro fits to stop tail, hard tail, Tele and Strat style guitars without any modification - no new holes, no routing! Hi-tec micro roller bearings combine with a bridge that moves with the trem to give the Stetsbar unrivalled pitch range and stability for its class coupled with a extremely smooth up and down action.With a straight forward, rapid fit to guitars like the Gibson Les Paul, SG, ES335, Flying V, Fender Telecaster, Stratocaster and many more, Stetsbar is the trem of choice for professional and amateur guitarists worldwide and - with the OEM version - for guitar builders who need the best.Available in four models and gold, nickel, chrome and black finishes, now is the time to experience the difference that Stetsbar will bring to your guitar!www.stetsbar.com

I have been a professional musician for over four decades have lived in Boston MA, attended Berklee College of Music and free-lanced as an in demand musician.have traveled throughout the US and and abroad including Aruba NA and Saudi Arabia for Aramco Oil Co.Recorded national Jazz Release" 388 Marlborough Street" in 1987 on Blue Quail Label toured throughout the Southeast in support of the release.May 1989 relocated to Los Angeles and performed as in demand sideman for many noted artists such as Tony Guererro, Rob Mullins, Greg Karukus, and many other recording and touring bands.In 1994 relocated to Atlanta,GA taught at Georgia State University as P.T I. instructor while touring with national phenom Aquarium Rescue Unit,with tours in support with Bruce Hornsby,Govt Mule,and Blues Traveler and including two HORDE Festivals.featured with Rusted Root,Lenny Kravits Natalie Merchant to name a few.Moved to Wilmington NC in 2001 sold radio advertising for Smooth Jazz 106.7 created imaging id's for the station as well as sold ads for ESPN radio on WMFD AM 630 learned all components of Radio including copy writing,voiced countless ads for local market,2004-2005 left Radio and was employed in Television Market with the local Fox Affiliate Fox 26 wrote jingles, video design,and production, as well as sold TV ads for local businesses.. see resume for all other qualifications..

Regional Director of Sales

Start Date: 2015-02-01End Date: 2015-03-16

To all Floyd Rose users, Finally there is an intonation system that completes the Floyd Rose Tremolo.. it is a patented add on called "the Hollow Point Intonation System" check it out... If Floyd Rose is featuring us on his home page and endorsing the system......www.floydrose.com also, if you'd like one or three,..message me..or contact www.blackcherryusa.com 910 616-5939

FOUNDER/DIRECTOR

Start Date: 1988-08-01End Date: 2015-03-26

BIRT'S is a community based traveling company that focuses on teaching African American history through the arts. We are currently designing a "Rites of Passage" program geared toward youth 13 to 21 years of age

Paper Music project is developped by Tania Prates- Rein and partners.

Start Date: 2011-02-01End Date: 2015-05-18

Paper Music is a project where the children are players and audience at the same time. They sit in the hall, divided in groups with their own paper instruments and form the background of choir and orchestra in which the action takes place. They create the musical background for the music as well as participating in the songs themselves. The main roles are filled by Michael Rein (violin) and Tania Prates-Rein (voice). They appear in magnificent costumes and bring the persona of the story to life with the aid of a big paper screen on which shadows are projected via a beamer, making anything possible.

Facilitator, Coach and Thinking partner

Start Date: 2012-04-01End Date: 2015-04-13

FLY LOFT GROUP invests in people, potential and possibility - providing space to explore, grow and create. The world’s most valuable resource is people. What lives beneath the facts and figures are people and stories. When we invest in cultivating human connection and create environments where authenticity and empathy are valued, we build a foundation of trust. When trust is formed people are willing to take risks, create, innovate and imagine new possibilities. Fly Loft Group works with a broad range of clients, including arts and entertainment companies, colleges and universities, corporations, non-profits and conferences. Michele custom designs learning experiences and retreats that enhance relationships and promote deeper connections across teams, companies, communities and generations.

I've transitioned back into the medical field, where I will apply my diverse mix of experiences, talents and creative "anything is possible" attitude to help provide world-class patient-centered healthcare to fellow veterans as part of the VA team.

Performed a variety of clerical functions in the Medical Records and Radiology departments while attending school at Southwest Missouri State University, followed by the radiologic technology and sonography programs at Cox Medical Centers.

Ever since I was very young, I have had an interest in both the arts and science. I have worked professionally in both of these areas and continue, in my current capacity as a music teacher, to infuse science into my teaching. I am equally passionate about both areas. Oh, and I have come to the realization in the past two years that I really love teaching.I have been involved in the arts since I was about 5, when I was taught by my favorite aunt to play piano and to draw and paint. But I also love to write - I have a volume of about 40 poems, and many more than 40 musical compositions. As a young adult, I made my living playing music for about 10 years. My dad taught me to play guitar starting when I was 8. What I learned from him lay the foundations for my understanding the language of music that I would (and still do!) use in composition and arranging. But it was as a young teenager learning saxophone and flute, and playing in bands and combos in and out of school that it all started really falling into place. By the age of 16, playing in an R&B band with friends, I started writing and arranging.And at the age of 5, my grandfather began to teach me about science. His influences are still with me, and gave me the foundations that enabled me to grow greatly in my eventual understanding and involvements in the sciences.Later, I studied both art and science (specifically music, physics and engineering) at several universities. Music was a career during my 20s, followed by engineering in my mid 30s. In 2008, I left my position in engineering and moved back to music full time.

Private Music Teacher

Start Date: 1985-01-01

I have taught saxophone and flute privately since 1985. I have developed a multi-year syllabus or outline of course of study that takes students from earliest beginning through college level abilities. The areas covered include technique, performance, theory and improvisation and care of the instrument. Most of my students continue their studies with me for multiple years (the longest-term student stayed ten years!)

Research and Development Engineer or Lead in DoD-related Advanced Electro-Optics Technologies.

Start Date: 1979-06-01End Date: 2008-05-01

I was involved in or led many projects involving advanced electro-optics technologies. I devised approaches, architectures and solutions to support clients' requirements, wrote proposals (winning 8 of 14 proposals in which I was principal author), and acted as researcher. In the process, I was awarded 7 US Patents. I was frequently a presenter of proposals (or progress after contract award) to senior government personnel. I also taught or wrote papers for symposia (ex: Principle of Optical Computers). My education in physics and applied math served my well as a basis for developing models of systems I had devised. I was named Outstanding Employee or received other awards from companies I worked for or my DoD clients.

Caterina Gennaro has excelled as a competitive gymnast, international model, underwater shark diver and photographer for the Discovery Channel. Cat opened Poleates Pole Fitness studio in 2006 to help women learn an incredible new way to get in shape, build self-confidence and to get in touch with their sensual sides. After completing a Masters Pilates Certification and ACSM Certification, Cat felt she could bring together the Pilates with an Aerial art form: She came up with : Pole-AriaHer pole-dancing journey has taken her to National and International level of competition, where she has established herself as one of the world's elite dancers.Cat is currently on another World tour taking the Poleates & Pole-Aria to an international forum.Pole-Aria, a design that Cat had while looking for new pole fitness trends and a better way for her students to gain strength, flexibility, and add an alternative fitness class, along with aPole-Aria Certification, to offer studios world wide knowledge,skills technique and safety to further the progression of Pole-Aria.The biggest reward comes from transforming my students to better fitness, and sharing her newest creation in the Pole & Aerial community.I hope to continue in this sport as a representative of the athletes, studios and all Pole fitness enthusiasts worldwide.Pole-Aria: The Evolution of Pole. Aerial arts, such as tissu/silks are now growing rapidly in gyms and pole fitness studios internationally. More people are exploring these fitness options as a way to get in shape, gain flexibility, strength, tone, and also have fun! Many Pole studio's are always looking to create new ways to keep their clients coming back and maintain an edge on classes. Pole-Aria is a unique blend of Pole and Fabric in one, a very unique &artistic approach to Pole Fitness, offering various & diverse ability to use in many ways.The pole fitness community has a new area of evolution to grow, create, and develop as this sport grows.

Founder and Creator

Start Date: 2008-03-01

Pole-Aria; I have created a whole new sport, excitement and unexplored territory. A newfound confidence and the all around improvement of their fitness level through this aerial arts concept that utilizes resistance training.I noticed how the challenges benefited myself athletically and with other athletes I have been training, Pole-Aria has integrated pole fitness movements to another level and also pushing me to create a new “art form.” The mechanics of aerial combined with the fluidity of a routine, learning how to dance with the fabric, to executing my moves with a twist of aerial made it so interesting to me. I was discovering the unknown in every experience https://www.facebook.com/Pole-Flight-445054595587261/timeline/

Producer,Writer-Creator

Start Date: 2001-06-01

Producing, Directing, Filming, Photographing,Writing and Editing, On-Camera Talent for "Shark Week" for theDiscovery Channel. The smash hitUltimate Air Jaws kicked off SharkWeek 2010 and propelled thesummertime event to its Highest!!!!ratings ever drawing 30.8 millionviewers. Featuring super‐slow motionfootage of great white sharks flyingout of the water to attack seals,Ultimate Air Jaws beat ABC, CBS andNBC in the 9pm time‐ slot on August1st and helped Discovery to its highestrated August in history.